Why Choose Alucinor for Your Video Production shoot in Western Australia
By Dean Butler
The Right Crew Makes All The Difference
When you think of filming in Western Australia, it’s easy to picture stunning coastlines, dramatic deserts, jarrah forests and gritty, character-filled towns. And you’d be right—WA is one of the most diverse, visually striking places to shoot in Australia.
But there’s a lot more to it than just landscapes. Having the right local crew can mean the difference between a smooth, professional shoot—and a logistical nightmare. That’s where we come in.
At Alucinor, we’re not just based in Perth—we’ve spent years together filming across WA’s cities, suburbs, regions, and remote outposts. We operate as a self-contained, highly experienced production crew for hire — trusted for documentary, corporate, commercial, and branded content shoots.
Rhino Arc II Sony FX6 cinema setup night shoot
Small, Agile Team: Used to travel, tight locations, natural light shooting, and minimal setups.
Local Knowledge: Hands-on experience with council permits, location logistics, and insurance requirements across WA.
Minimal Footprint: Setups designed for sensitive environments, remote areas, and documentary-style filming.
Fully Equipped Production Van: Ready to roll with cinema cameras, lenses, lighting, and broadcast-quality sound gear.
Flexible Crew Configurations: Hire us as a complete production unit or plug our team into your larger project.
Broadcast Gear, Ready to Roll:
Cinema Cameras: Canon C400, C80, C70, R5C
Sticks: Satchler Flowtech 75 and 100 Tripods
Motion/Support: Rhino Arc II Motion control slider, Ronin S-4 gimbal, EasyRig Minimax
Lighting: Aputure 1200x, 600D, 300D, 120D, Amaran 60X, F22c, and more
Modifiers: Assorted Flags, Diffusion inc 6.5×6.5′ and 4×4′, bounce, stands and sandbags
Sound: Broadcast-ready industry standard location audio kits for high quality sound capture
Easyrig & Canon Cinema EOS C400 combo
Filming in WA: Why It’s Worth It
Western Australia is cinematic gold. Within a few hours’ drive from Perth, you can move from urban skylines to salt lakes, wild beaches, dense forests, and red dirt deserts.
Perth City: Modern & Federation architecture, vibrant streetscapes, river and ocean access.
Regional WA: Character towns, active mining operations, sprawling farmland, outback roads.
Natural Wonders: Pinnacles Desert, Coral Bay reefs, Karri forests, Margaret River coastlines.
Cultural Depth: Indigenous heritage sites, historic townships, regional festivals and landscapes.
And because we live here, we know how to navigate permits, access, and logistics—keeping your production on track and stress-free.
Optus Stadium on the Swan River Perth Western Australia
The Not-So-Secret Reality of WA Shoots
Filming in WA isn’t always glamorous—and that’s exactly why you need a team who can handle the realities:
Long drives and remote locations
Patchy mobile reception and minimal infrastructure in some areas
Rapidly changing weather, especially along coastal and inland regions
Permit and safety requirements for public spaces, mining sites, and sensitive environments
We’re used to it. We plan for it. We operate calmly, cleanly, and professionally—no drama, no chaos, just results.
Sound recording in the Pilbara, Western Australia
Let’s Talk About Your Next WA Project
Whether you’re producing a branded documentary, a corporate campaign, a government project, or commercial content—we can help you bring it to life, right here in Western Australia.
Bring in a crew who knows the terrain—and how to get the best out of it.